Lyon, Annecy & the Alps

The Auvergne-Rhône Alps region is one of the most iconic in France. From the beauty of Annecy to the gastronomic soul of Lyon, or the amazing landscapes of the Alpine villages, this dreamy French area is truly a must visit destination. Annecy, also called "the Venice of the Alps”, is a lovely town nestled on the French Alps, along the idyllic Lake Annecy (one of the cleanest in whole Europe). With a perfect mix of narrow canals, charming streets, amazing architecture, history and breathtaking natural beauty, its impressive Château d’Annecy is always overlooking it all. The surroundings Alps are pure beauty, with the perfect mix of contemplation and adrenaline: ideal for skiing and snowboarding during wintertime, they are also a whole-year-round invitation for outdoor sports and experiences, including hiking, cycling, sailing and paragliding. Lyon is the true gastronomic epicentre of France. Filled with iconic and starred restaurants, the land of Paul Bocuse (its local market Les Halles is a true temple of French gastronomy) also has an impressive concentration of bouchons (local restaurants serving traditional lyonnais dishes), specially on Vieux Lyon, the medieval part of town. Built on two round hills of the Rhône valley, the breezy peak of Fourvière and its Basilique Notre-Dame terrace are perfect for scenic views of Lyon, from Old Town roofs to the rivers Saône and Rhône.